SAKHAVAT GARAYEV
Baku,Sab-chu dist.
Summary
Results-driven Deputy Head with expertise in education leadership, project management, and team development. Skilled in problem-solving, staff training, stakeholder engagement, and operational efficiency. Experienced in driving academic excellence and fostering a positive, inclusive school environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Deputy head of Wellbeing Department
European Azerbaijan School
Baku, Azerbaijan
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinated 8 staff members to implement wellbeing policies and 15+ student support plans.
- Organized 10 student-focused events, enhancing engagement and community participation for 1,200 students.
- Maintained productive learning environment and supported teachers in curriculum enrichment and innovative teaching methods.
- Deputy Head, Child Protection & Safeguarding Committee, Secondary Campus, EAS.
Students Affairs Assistant
European Azerbaijan School
Baku, Azerbaijan
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Directed daily operations of student affairs, ensuring effective counselling support for students.
- Coordinated events and maintained open lines of communication with parents and faculty for student body of 1000.
- Mentored over 40 students each year by identifying and addressing their academic and behavioural needs, leading to improved retention and academic success.
- Spearheaded over 10 extracurricular activities, significantly enhancing student engagement and fostering collaborative school environment.
International Project Manager
GEO-SU -GROUP
Baku, Azerbaijan
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted in managing smart village project aligned with UNDP SDGs alongside 10+ team members.
- Supported negotiation and securing of 12 contracts with stakeholders contributing to 8% revenue growth.
- Facilitated representation of company at 5+ international exhibitions in partnership with UNDP, Asian Pipe Consulting Group, and Ministry of Ecology.
Education
Bachelor - Political Sciences
Khazar University
Baku, Baku City 09.2008 - 05.2012
Second Study - Psychology
California University
Los Angeles 01.2012 - 01.2013
Skills
- Management and communication
- Training and motivation
- Problem solving and solutions
- Public speaking
Certification
- ECIS - Leadership Conference - 2025
- CIBS Psychology And Training Centre NLP Foundation Training -2024
- PEAK GROUP Business and Education Forum 2023
LANGUAGES
Azerbaijani (n-v)
Native
Russian (fluent)
Fluent
English (fluent)
Advanced (C1)
Spanish (basic)
Elementary
Turkish
Upper intermediate
REFERENCES
- Elvin Rustamov CEO +994 55 677 94 97 - GEO-SU GROUP
- Ayla Mais - Director +994 55 897 71 83, Miss & Mister Azerbaijan
Affiliations
- Member, Reading and Poetry Club – developing analytical thinking and creative expression.
- Stand-up Comedy & Improvisation Performer – enhancing public speaking, storytelling, and audience engagement
Timeline
Deputy head of Wellbeing Department
European Azerbaijan School
08.2025 - Current
Students Affairs Assistant
European Azerbaijan School
04.2024 - 06.2025
International Project Manager
GEO-SU -GROUP
03.2021 - 08.2022
Second Study - Psychology
California University
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor - Political Sciences
Khazar University
09.2008 - 05.2012